“This is a huge step forward for the future plugin API and will replace texture packs. Unfortunately, texture packs will no longer be supported but you can use this fancy tool to automatically convert them!” stated the company via a blog post.

Meanwhile the company is asking gamers to report any issues to its bug tracker regarding the resource packs.

In addition to that, snapshot 13w24a delivers a new gamerule for day-night cycle along with fixing numerous bugs. More information here (Mojang.com).